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BobaFett's avatar
BobaFett
Explorer
Dec 03, 2018

Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Wife and I are looking at getting our first trailer. I drive a 4 door 2015 Jeep Willys with 3.73 axles front and rear and a 3500lbs tow capacity. We have been looking at getting a Jayco 16mrb with a weight of 2850lbs. I have a few questions. Do I have to get a transmission cooler? I have a class II hitch but do I need better? Anyone have experience with a small trailer like this? The under belly is sealed so can I camp in cold temps??
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  • old_guy's avatar
    old_guy
    Explorer
    Dec 03, 2018
    with two people in the tow vehicle and gas and anything you put into the new TT you will be over weight. I wouldn't worry about adding a tranny cooler because in my opinion you need to get a better tow vehicle
  • agesilaus's avatar
    agesilaus
    Explorer III
    Dec 03, 2018
    You need to determine the payload capacity of that Jeep. That is often the limiting factor. Payload includes everything carried in the vehicle plus the hitch weight of the trailer.
  • Lwiddis's avatar
    Lwiddis
    Explorer II
    Dec 03, 2018
    Do I have to get a transmission cooler? Yes! Cooler the tranny the better.

    I have a class II hitch but do I need better? Yes! Two is maxed at 3,500. Nothing should be maxed for safety. Get a III

    The under belly is sealed so can I camp in cold temps?? Yes with precautions. Read articles on cold weather camping.

    What’s the tow capacity and payload of the Jeep? What will you carry in the Jeep?

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